Admission Budget Calculator
Find out how much budget you need for your admission goal.
Enter your target admissions, timeline, location, and choose a platform. Get an instant budget estimate based on real Indian education ad performance.
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Only use if you already know your cost‑per‑lead and conversion rate. Otherwise we'll use the platform‑specific benchmarks.
How this admission budget calculator works
Our calculator uses real‑world cost‑per‑lead and conversion data from Meta (Facebook/Instagram) and Google Ads. Choose your platform (or both) and your location's competition level to see the budget range you'll need.
Cost per lead (CPL)
The average amount you pay for one enquiry. CPL varies by platform and institute type. For example, a K‑12 school may pay ₹100–₹300 on Meta and ₹150–₹450 on Google.
Conversion rate
The percentage of leads that actually enroll. Higher conversion rates come from better follow‑up and lead quality. The calculator uses real ranges — from 1% for online courses up to 15% for pre‑schools.
Location competitiveness
Ad costs are higher in saturated metros. We apply a multiplier: Tier 2/3 cities get 0.85×, Tier 1 cities 1.0×, and highly competitive metros 1.25× on top of CPL. This reflects actual bidding pressure.
Budget range
The tool computes the most optimistic budget (lowest CPL, highest conversion) and the most conservative (highest CPL, lowest conversion). The spread shows uncertainty — you can use the midpoint as a realistic starting point.
Timeline impact
Shorter campaigns force higher bids and increase CPL. A 30‑day campaign can cost up to 40% more per lead than a relaxed 90‑day campaign. This multiplier is applied only to the lead cost.
Common questions about admission budgets
How much budget do schools need for admissions?
K‑12 schools in India typically spend ₹2–₹8 lakh per month on digital ads during admission season. Use the calculator above with your own targets for a tailored estimate.
What is the average CPL for education ads in India?
On Meta: pre‑school ₹60–₹150, K‑12 ₹100–₹300, coaching ₹120–₹350, study abroad ₹300–₹800. On Google, CPLs are usually higher — study abroad can go up to ₹1,500 per lead.
How many leads are needed for 100 admissions?
That depends on your conversion rate. With a 10% conversion you need 1,000 leads; at 5% you need 2,000. Improving your follow‑up process can halve the leads required.
Why does a shorter timeline increase budget?
Ad platforms charge more when you need results quickly. A 30‑day campaign can raise CPL by up to 40% compared to a 90‑day one. Early planning saves substantial money.
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This calculator provides estimates based on industry benchmarks sourced from Meta and Google Ads data, adjusted for location competitiveness. Actual results depend on ad creative quality, targeting, landing page experience, sales efficiency, seasonal demand, and competition. Treat budgets as a starting point — we recommend testing with a smaller budget first.